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Sandwiches go global

Looking to spice up the sandwich menu as demand for to-go items continues? Consider these internationally influenced varieties.

Benita Gingerella, Senior Editor

June 22, 2020

1 Min Read
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Looking to spice up the sandwich menu as demand for to-go items continues? Consider these internationally influenced varieties.Photograph: Shutterstock

As operations continue to lean on to-go meals to help ensure staff and diner safety, sandwiches have been a staple. Here are some kinds of global sandwiches that diners say they would consider ordering at restaurants, along with the percentage of consumers who would order that type.

  • Mexican: 57%

  • Italian: 57%

  • Mediterranean: 33%

  • Cuban: 31%

  • German: 28%

  • Jewish: 23%

  • Chinese/Taiwanese: 21%

  • Korean: 18%

  • Indian: 18%

  • Colombian: 18%


Source: Technomic's 2020 Sandwich Consumer Trend Report

About the Author

Benita Gingerella

Senior Editor

Benita is a senior editor for FoodService Director and covers K-12 foodservice. She has been with the publication since 2016. In her spare time, Benita is an avid restaurant-goer and loves to travel extensively.

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